Entire story of Christianity must be told

Leonard Pittsí commentary on Sept. 26, ďA fresh breath of air from the VaticanĒ fails to tell the whole story of Christianity and can cause spiritual harm to many people. In many ways Mr. Pitts is correct in his assessment of the Christian Church. The church has indeed failed to represent its Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, well.

Sadly there is ample evidence to substantiate Mr. Pittís claims. Unfortunately many people tend to focus on these examples instead of looking at The Savior Himself. Who is Jesus? What did he say about himself? What did he say about heaven, hell, eternity, sin? Itís easy to dismiss him as a liar and pay no attention to him. One can also conclude he is a fool and perhaps feel sorry for him.

The one thing no one can do, however, is change who he said he is or who he claims to be. Anyone who doesnít investigate who and what Jesus claimed to be is making a tragic error.

Itís true that God is the God of love acceptance and forgiveness. This flows from the pages of scripture and anyone who has had a real encounter with Jesus knows this to be true. God is, however, also a holy God and a just God. In His holiness He said people such as fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals, thieves, the covetous, drunkards, revilers, swindlers, etc. will not inherit His kingdom. In His justness He said that it is appointed for all to die once, then comes judgment.

Godís holiness put us between a rock and a hard place before His judgment.

Godís love provided the way of escape in that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us. Godís message is simple. Repent, meaning change from your unholy ways, and call upon Jesus, to be saved for eternity.

Scripture is clear. There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

Thatís the rest of the story. My prayer is that you examine Jesusí claims for yourself before dismissing him on the word or lack of from another. Your eternity hangs in the balance.